Partners

The Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU is your innovation-driven partner for research and development in production engineering. Around 670 highly qualified employees work at our locations in Chemnitz, Cottbus, Dresden, Leipzig, Wolfsburg, and Zittau. We unlock potential for competitive manufacturing, across industries like automotive, aerospace, electrical engineering, and precision engineering. Our research and contract research encompass the entire manufacturing ecosystem, from individual components to processes, methods, complex machine systems and human interaction. As one of the leading institutes for resource-efficient manufacturing, we bank on highly flexible, scalable cognitive production systems using nature as an example. We take a holistic approach to the entire process chain, aligning with circular economy principles. We develop technologies and intelligent production plants and optimize forming, cutting, and joining manufacturing steps. Our services include innovative lightweight structures and technologies for processing new materials, functional transfer to assembly groups, and the latest technologies of additive manufacturing (3D printing). We provide solutions for climate-neutral factory operations and large-scale production of hydrogen systems, thus paving the way for the transition to renewable energies.

Matteco is a cleantech company accelerating global decarbonization through next-generation advanced material technology. Headquartered in Spain, the company develops next-generation catalyst and electrode technologies to improve the performance, durability, and cost-efficiency of water electrolysis, with a strong focus on AEM systems for green hydrogen production. Built on deep expertise in materials science and electrochemistry, Matteco creates proprietary, industrial-grade material platforms designed to bridge the gap between laboratory innovation and real-world deployment. Through its technologies and partnerships, Matteco positions itself as a key technology partner for electrolyzer manufacturers and energy infrastructure players, driving the global hydrogen transition.

Antares Electrolysis S.r.l. designs and manufactures next-generation electrolysis stacks for green hydrogen and Power-to-X. We combine electrochemical expertise with an industrial engineering mindset to deliver high-performance stack architectures built for scalability, reliability, and cost-effective deployment. Our proprietary solutions span AEM water electrolysis and electrochemical processes beyond hydrogen, supported by strong capabilities in materials integration, stack and sealing design, flow-field and fluid distribution, and electrochemical validation. Antares also provides component and stack testing under industrially relevant operating conditions, accelerating the transition from lab concepts to robust products. By focusing on high efficiency, long lifetime, and reduced reliance on critical raw materials, Antares contributes to the development of clean energy technologies aligned with Europe’s decarbonization goals.

Vision2H is an Italian clean tech company established as a joint venture between Commerciale Tubi Acciaio (CTA) Group and Valland SpA, two leading players in the Oil & Gas and Energy industries. The company focuses on the development, production, and commercialization of innovative electrolysis solutions, leveraging advanced AEM stack technology to bridge the current gap in cost-effective electrolysers supply and to meet the anticipated surge in demand for hundreds of GWs while reducing the Levelized Cost of Hydrogen (LCOH).

Comau is a leading global technology company that specializes in industrial automation and advanced robotics. With over 50 years of experience and a strong international presence, Comau has been headquartered in Grugliasco (Turin) since its founding. As part of its continuous commitment to innovation and high-level training, Comau offers its customers and partners a wide range of technologies supported by digital solutions and artificial intelligence. These technologies are applicable in numerous markets ranging from traditional automotive to emerging fields such as hydrogen production and automated warehouses.

CORE Innovation and Technology OE (CORE) is a start-up company offering tailor-made solutions to attach meaning to data in several industrial sectors and use cases using Artificial Intelligence technologies. CORE uses its own innovation management approach to analyze customer needs and form new concepts (Concept and Business Model Engineering). CORE activities are focused on predictive analytics, simulation and optimization algorithms, innovation management, H2020 funding and mentoring, facilitating and co-designing use cases, testing pilots and field trials. The target industries include manufacturing, energy, transport and infrastructure.

HYDROLITE Ltd. is a start-up company and a leader in Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) technology, developing innovative hydrogen solutions for energy storage and conversion. Its proprietary platform combines advanced AEM chemistry with electrode and membrane electrode assembly (MEA) design, enabling high-performance stacks for megawatt-scale deployment. Technology is developed with a strong focus on manufacturability, improved system efficiency, and scalable industrial integration, through the integration of membrane science and stack engineering. The development and manufacturing of high-performance AEMs, electrodes, and MEAs form the foundation of efficient and cost-effective AEM electrolyzer and fuel cell systems. HYDROLITE’s AEM technology enables operation at high current densities while maintaining durability and scalability, supporting both power-to-hydrogen (electrolyzer) and hydrogen-to-power (fuel cell) applications.